Jim Strodes' Leadership Journey: From Small Town Sports to Higher Education Administration

This episode of the Leader Lounge features Jim Strode, Associate Dean at Ohio University College of Business. Jim shares his journey from growing up in a small Wisconsin town to pursuing roles in collegiate athletics and sports administration. He discusses falling in love with athletics and his involvement with the University of Wisconsin athletic program. Jim also reflects on the importance of mentorship in his academic and professional career. Additional topics include gender barriers in coaching, the intersection of business and athletics, and lessons on leadership development with a focus on self-awareness and emotional intelligence. He provides practical advice for students and professionals looking to advance their leadership skills.For more information about the Ohio University MSM Program, click this link! Check out the Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership program here.OnBrand Podcast Studios produced this episode. Special thanks to Audio Engineer Alex Winnenberg, Producer Nick Winnenberg, and Marketing Specialist Cori Stokes. To subscribe to our monthly newsletter, click here.